Tonaliteettiin

Tonaliteettiin is a theoretical concept in music theory, primarily associated with post-tonal music. It describes a musical system that moves away from the traditional tonal hierarchy of Western classical music but does not necessarily adopt the strictures of serialism or atonality. Instead, tonaliteettiin implies a broader, more fluid approach to pitch organization where relationships between pitches are established through various means, not solely through the dominant-tonic resolution characteristic of tonality.

This concept allows for the exploration of diverse sonic landscapes and the creation of new harmonic and melodic structures. Composers working within or exploring tonaliteettiin might utilize intervallic relationships, scalar patterns, or even specific timbral qualities to create coherence and direction in their music. It suggests a departure from the functional harmony of the common practice period, opening up possibilities for a wider range of musical expressions and listener perceptions. The term itself emphasizes a move towards, but not necessarily a complete abandonment of, tonal considerations, allowing for a spectrum of organizational principles.